The B vitamins are also known as the “happy vitamins” or – the “cope-ability vitamins”. The B Complex vitamin usually delivers eight of the B vitamins: B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folic acid), and B12 (cobalamin). The most important thing to remember is that all B vitamins should be taken together in ...
Life after 60 may be known as the golden years, but for many, growing old presents more strife than joy. Aging adults must contend with failing health, the passing of family and friends, and economic challenges on top of coping with their changing role in the world. It’s a lot for anyone to deal with, and it’s part ...
Fat is one of the most misunderstood nutrients. Fat is one of three nutrients that supply calories to the body. The other two are protein and carbohydrates. Fats belong to a group of substances called lipids and come in liquid or solid form. All fats are combinations of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. Fats (namely omega-3 and omega-6) ...
Sometimes we need more energy to do a particular task. This week I needed more energy when I got the call from my granddaughter that she was in labor around 11 p.m. So as her doula, instead of preparing for bed, I prepared to go to the midwives’ clinic where we were meeting for the birth. So I ...
Here are a few ways in which you can emotionally support yourself and your mental health: Meditate – meditation is an important habit for improving focus, concentration, clarity and attention span, as well as having a calming effect. Benefits include: relieving stress, trauma and anxiety, calming the fight or flight trigger, counteracting aging, relieving depression, reducing insomnia, improving ...
4 Types of Estrogen The hormone story is certainly a very complicated one. Barraged by misinformation, myths and propaganda, it’s no wonder that so many women are confused about matters relating to their bodies and their health. It is time for women to take even greater responsibility for their health, their choices and their lifestyles. The greatest ...